Are There any Federal Regulations That Apply to the Prevention of Bed Sores?

Are There any Federal Regulations That Apply to the Prevention of Bed Sores?

By Nursing Home Law Center

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) set forth regulations for nursing homes to comply with in exchange for their receipt of Medicare funding. The regulations are extensive and cover most aspects of patient care. These regulations are known as ‘F-Tags’ which collectively form the standard of care for nursing home residents.

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